Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture
6500 S. Pulaski Rd.; 773-582-6500
10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily
Everything you wanted to know about Lithuania–from nearly 1,000 maps of the Baltic country to its renowned Easter egg decorations–is here at this South Side museum, now in its 40th year.
Latvian Folk Art Museum
4146 N. Elston Ave.; 773-588-2085
10 a.m.-1 p.m. daily
Just as Latvia is Lithuania’s slightly smaller neighbor to the north, this Northwest Side museum is intimate compared to its Lithuanian counterpart on the Southwest Side. Marvel at traditional costumes and pottery (but call ahead to schedule a visit).
Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art
2320 W. Chicago Ave.
773-227-5522
Noon-4 p.m. Wed.-Sun.
In the heart of Ukrainian Village, this museum is home to sculptures and paintings by Chicago artists of Ukrainian descent, as well as occasional concerts and film series.
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